Cristiano Ronaldo is set to marry for the first time at the age of 40, ending years of speculation about his bachelor status. After a decade together and raising five children, he has proposed to his long-time partner, Georgina Rodríguez. Georgina is the mother of two of Ronaldo’s children and has also embraced raising his three children from previous relationships. The announcement surprised many fans, who had assumed the football legend would never walk down the aisle.

The engagement comes with a lavish gesture—Ronaldo presented Georgina with a stunning \$5 million ring, weighing at least 30 carats. Fans quickly recalled how even supermodel Irina Shayk had not received a proposal from the star, with many seeing this as proof of the deep connection between Ronaldo and Georgina. Ronaldo himself had once explained that he was waiting for a “click inside” before taking this step, suggesting that moment had finally arrived.

Reactions to the news have been mixed but passionate. Many well-wishers expressed their joy, calling them a “beautiful couple” and wishing them a lifetime of happiness. Others questioned the timing, finding it curious that a couple who had been living together for so long and raising children would suddenly choose to marry. “What do they have to prove to anyone?” some commenters asked.

Georgina’s ability to capture and keep the heart of one of the most famous and desirable men in the world has sparked admiration and envy alike. Comments praising her determination and intelligence filled social media, with fans noting, “She got the most desirable bachelor” and “Shayk couldn’t, but she could.” Many described her as a “smart woman” who knew how to build a life with Ronaldo both on and off the public stage.

Whether met with congratulations or curiosity, the engagement has cemented Ronaldo and Georgina’s status as one of the most talked-about couples in the world. Their story—marked by shared family life, loyalty, and a bond that has stood the test of time—now enters a new chapter as they prepare to say “I do” after ten years together.